Grace Chenxin Liu

Most students think research is something that happens in labs, by experts, after years of preparation. No wonder it feels out of reach. But here's what Grace C. Liu has learned working with thousands of young people worldwide: research is a process. And when we break that process down, it becomes something any student can use to go from "I wish things were different" to "Here are the solutions I'm testing."

In this session (in a keynote or workshop format), Grace introduces a step-by-step framework that transforms students from consumers of others' knowledge into creators of their own. Used by thousands of students worldwide, this approach shows how young people can identify real problems, ask meaningful questions, and translate ideas into impactful solutions.

Questions We’ll Explore

• Why does research feel intimidating? (How can we bust the common misconceptions about research?)
• How can students begin meaningful research without prior experience?
• What happens when learning shifts from consumption to creation?

What Attendees Will Take Home

• A practical, immediately usable framework you can implement in classrooms and programs alike to promote accessible research and innovation
• Real student examples that show what wonders are possible when young people are equipped with the toolbox of research
• The ability to reimagine research as empowering, engaging, and fun (rather than elite, intimidating, or boring)